In a thrilling encounter at the Stade de la Beaujoire, Luca Koleosho marked his debut for Paris FC in spectacular fashion, scoring the decisive goal that secured a 2-1 victory over Nantes. The 21-year-old Italy international showcased his striking prowess just 11 minutes after being introduced in the 67th minute, solidifying his potential as a crucial player for the Ligue 1 newcomers.
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| Paris FC's Us forward #24 Luca Koleosho (C) celebrates after scoring a goal during the French L1 football match between FC Nantes and Paris FC at the Stade de la BeaujoireLouis Fonteneau in Nantes, western France, on January 18, 2026. (Photo by Sebastien Salom-Gomis / AFP via Getty Images) |
Koleosho's performance was particularly notable given the context of the match. Paris FC opened the scoring early, with midfielder Kebbal finding the net in the sixth minute to give the visitors a promising start. However, Nantes responded brightly, with Abline equalizing in the 74th minute, setting the stage for a tense finish.
With the clock ticking and both teams vying for control, Koleosho's introduction brought a renewed energy to Paris FC’s attack. In the 78th minute, he capitalized on a well-placed cross that found him unmarked in the box. The young striker's calm and composed finish sent the traveling fans into jubilation and secured all three points for his new side.
Koleosho joined Paris FC on loan from Burnley during the winter transfer window, and his rapid adaptation to Ligue 1 is a promising sign for the Paris side, which aims to solidify its position after their promotion. The talented forward, who has previously demonstrated his abilities in Premier League youth setups, will be looking to continue this momentum and establish himself as a key player for the team.
As Paris FC strives for success in Ligue 1, fans and teammates alike will be eager to see how Koleosho builds on this stellar debut. With his dynamic playing style and knack for finding the back of the net, he could become an indispensable asset as the season progresses. For the moment, however, Koleosho savors the glory of a match-winning debut that has set high expectations for his future contributions to the club.
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